Is it illegal to have sex with underage women?

Legal analysis: it is generally not illegal to fall in love with minors, but it is not allowed to violate human rights by restricting personal freedom or other means.

Legal basis: Article 3 of the Law of People's Republic of China (PRC) on the Protection of Minors guarantees the rights of minors such as survival, development, protection and participation.

Minors enjoy all rights equally according to law, and are not discriminated against because of nationality, race, sex, household registration, occupation, religious belief, education level, family status and physical and mental health.